Crowne At Polo Dam dam
Crowne At Polo Dam
Crowne At Polo Dam, also known as Taylor Dam, is a private recreational earth dam located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Built in 2001, this dam stands at a structural height of 41.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 5.4 feet, impounding Monarcas Creek to create a surface area of 1.2 acres and a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated and inspected by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Managed by the primary owner, Crowne At Polo Dam serves as a popular recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various activities in a picturesque setting. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every five years to monitor its integrity and address any potential risks. With its tranquil surroundings and easy accessibility, this dam offers a peaceful escape for visitors seeking to unwind and appreciate the natural beauty of Forsyth County.
Owned by a private entity and designated for recreational purposes, Crowne At Polo Dam represents a harmonious blend of human intervention with the natural environment. As a vital structure within the local landscape, this dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities while ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding community. With its serene waters and scenic surroundings, Crowne At Polo Dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and serves as a beloved destination for residents and visitors alike.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Crowne At Polo Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yadkin River At Enon | 670 cfs | → |
| Little Yadkin River At Dalton | 7 cfs | → |
| Dan R At Pine Hall | 140 cfs | → |
| Reedy Fork Near Oak Ridge | 3 cfs | → |
| Yadkin River At Yadkin College | 876 cfs | → |
| East Fork Deep River Near High Point | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Crowne At Polo Dam.
Boat launches
- Belews Lake Drive 8191, Belews Creek
- Pine Hall Road 2547-2793, Walnut Cove
- Lake Thom-A-Lex Park
- Nc Highway 801 South 5877, Mocksville
- Campground Trail Yadkin County
- Us Bus 220 Boat Access Stoneville
Campgrounds
- Tanglewood Park
- Ymca Camp Hanes
- Pilot Mountain State Park
- Hanging Rock State Park
- Sunset Park Campground
- Oak Hollow City Campground
Fishing spots
Track Crowne At Polo Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Crowne At Polo Dam
Where does the data for Crowne At Polo Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Crowne At Polo Dam.